Francine
Graphic Design / Creative Strategist



Leadership & Creative Work

Vice President Community – Commerce Students’ Association
(2024–2025)
Directed campus-wide community initiatives with a focus on creative campaigns, student belonging, and collaboration.

Director of Marketing – Commerce Socials
(2023–2024)
Led brand identity, content strategy, and digital campaigns for flagship student events.

Shinerama Co-Chair  – Cystic Fibrosis Canada
(2023–2024)
Oversaw creative direction and fundraising visuals for one of Canada’s largest student-led charitable initiatives.

Student Mentor – Commerce Cares
(2023–2024)
Provided peer support and guidance through one-on-one mentorship while contributing to community-building efforts that prioritized student wellbeing and inclusion.

New Student Peer Mentorship Program - University of Manitoba
(2023–2024)
Helped shape welcoming onboarding experiences through branded materials and peer engagement tools.

Team BTM (Business Tech Management) – JDC West
(2022–2023)
Collaborated on case competition presentations, applying business strategy and visual storytelling to tech-focused challenges.

Services / Strengths

Graphic Design
Visual Identity Design
Creative Direction
Brand & Campaign Strategy
Content Creation
Community-Centered Design
Social Media Marketing
Event Branding
Art Direction Support
Team Collaboration
Storytelling & Moodboarding

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Awards / Recognition

CSA Leadership Recognition
Celebrated for community impact and student engagement as VP Community at Asper School of Business.

Shinerama Campaign Distinction
Led one of Canada’s top student-run charity initiatives—recognized for creativity, reach, and team impact.

Recognized for Visual Direction Across High-Impact Student Campaigns
Praised by peers and executives for shaping the visual identity of campus-wide initiatives, including Shinerama and Commerce Socials. Noted for blending storytelling, design strategy, and emotional tone into cohesive campaign aesthetics.

JDC West Competitor – BTM Team
Represented U of M at Western Canada’s largest business competition in tech strategy and case design.

IB Program Graduate with Honours
Completed the International Baccalaureate Program with a dual focus on Sciences & Humanities.


Education

I.H. Asper School of Business
Bachelors of Commerce  – Marketing & Human Resources

Collège Miles Macdonell Collegiate
International Baccalaureate (IB) Graduate - Sciences & Humanities
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